Creepy statue Asian maybe??

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Posted by doizdump
16 years ago
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Description Carving looks to be a buddha in a tree with a demon on top of it. Very detailed and very creepy looking. I was told by an Asian antique dealer that it was a very rare and soughtafter piece and was worth anywhere from 800-1100$. I just wanted a second opinion.
Category Asian Art
Medium driftwood i believe
Distinguishing marks none
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item 1ft 8 inch X 4inch
Date Period old
Weight 5pds
History This statue was found behind my mother In laws dresser
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Price Paid (If known) inherited
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Dee 1961 🌱 Newbie 16 years ago

Fascinating item, I looked at Shiva the destroyer, nope, buddha with demons, nope... (I see the sitting posture different) Kali.. nope wrong number of arms as typically depicted. I don't know, if you do find out come back and tag this so I can know? It is interesting and you supplied nice photos.
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Dee 1961 🌱 Newbie 16 years ago

There is a buddha and a monkey myth, the facial expression of the demon is consistent with this genre, google images under "monkey demon" "monkey king" and look at the piece. However.. the sitting posture of the lower piece looks feminine.
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Lovejoy 🎯 Collector 16 years ago

It's Indonesian, the top figure resembles Barong masks made in Bali http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barong_(mythology) Most of these carvings are made for the tourist market and are not rare. Lovejoy

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